This is one the classic images of the
psychedelic-era, and quite popular. The appearance of the Grateful
Dead at these shows has only heightened the demand for this poster.

The first/original print FD 45 poster matches the color of the original
postcard, which is a "dusty/dirty" gold/brown. The scan we have on
the website is of an actual FD 45 card...that is the color I am trying to
describe. We have a few FD 45 first print posters in NM- condition
(minor border flaws) that have been signed by Stanley Mouse. If you
have an interest, please send us an email or give us a call.

The second print (authorized by the promoter) poster, which was printed
shortly after the shows (sometime in 1967), does not match the color of
the original card. The color of the second print poster can best be
described as a mustard/gold. As is the case with the original
poster, the second print poster carries the "45-1" notation in the lower
right corner, but it is NOT an original poster. The scan we have on
the website is of an actual FD 45-2 poster. That is the color that I
am trying to describe.

It is worth noting that in some instances a FD 45 second print poster
(especially if it has been framed for an extended period) can fade, and
darken. In many instances they will appear to be the same color as
the first print posters. In this case, the matted areas (protected)
of the poster must be inspected to determine the true color/printing.

An unauthorized bootleg of this poster exists. It was forged in
1987, and is the same color as the second print poster. However it
can easily be distinguished as the bootleg by looking at the woman's arm
and face. On the second print poster, these areas are a light green.
On the bootleg, they are white.

All of the aforementioned posters (including the bootleg) measure approx.
14" x 20".

The original postcard that was printed for these shows has two different
backings, place stamp here and bulk rate. If you buy a FD 45 from
our website, you will receive the place stamp here back. If you
would prefer a bulk rate back, please send us an email, or call.